The poundage is IN!

One bag is 50lbs, one bag is 30 lbs and one bag is 55 lbs. Ok...so we're a little over. Cody says he's not worried and if he's not worried, I'm not worried. He says that he thinks we did great. I told him that I agree AND we are taking everything we want to take! There really were very few suitcase casualties.

He says that "some are taking more stuff than others,"but I'm quite sure I don't know who he's referring to... (not me!)

I haven't done too many "shout outs" on the blog because I don't want to single anyone out, but I (meaning Cody too) do want to thank everyone for all their support and encouragement while we've been waiting for FuLan these last few years. I am still constantly amazed by the endless energy and excitement you all possess. It is truly overwhelming. I told Cody the other day that I feel like FL is "everyone's baby," and I love that. I do believe that "it takes a village," and believe me, we will be asking for many pointers along the way.

I honestly can't remember a baby having so many people love her before she has developed a personality. It is just astounding to me. You guys are amazing and we love you all.

Can I just say some things about my husband too?

I love my husband. Many men would not agree to adopting a child especially when we could very likely do it the old fashioned way. We, however, don't believe that a child is any more "yours" because it has your DNA. FuLan is ours because (Lord, help her) she will be raised by us, with our values and guidance--not because of her hair or eye color.

Cody has been on board since day one. He has done all of the work on this adoption that I never could have done. I honestly couldn't have done this without him. I don't even understand most of the stuff he has done to make this happen. He is my best friend and partner in life. I love you, Cody. You are going to be a good daddy, I know it.

15 more hours and we're out of here. Lists are checked, bags are packed, documents are signed, cash is now Yin. You're coming home, FuLan. You have no idea what you're in for and how much your life is going to change.

I'm sad about Floyd. I'm going to miss him so much. I miss him already and he's right next to me. I'm definitely going to let him sleep with us tonight. Cody will object, but he's overly tired. I think I can take him down if I have to. :)